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A Common Cat Litter Box Problem - Feline UTI  by: Nancy E. Wigal Cat litter box problems stem from a variety of sources. One of the most common causes is a feline Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Cats tolerate pain pretty well. As a matter of fact, we can be fooled that kitty is feeling fine because she's eating, purring, and snuggling up to us for human love and attention. But at the same time, if she's demonstrating out-of-cat-litter-box experiences, she could be suffering from from a feline UTI. It's up to us to figure it out. When you know the symptons, it becomes clear that kitty has a problem. She may cry in pain while urinating. She may try to urinate, but little or nothing comes out. Your cat may groom her privates excessively, and cries while she does it. But the biggest indicator that your cat may be suffering from a feline UTI is blood in her urine. If your cat has stopped using her cat litter box, and she's urinating on a surface that's white or very light colored, the blood will clearly stand out in the cat urine puddle. Many cats who suffer from a feline UTI associate the litter box with the pain that comes from this infection. Their kitty logic says if they stop using the cat litter box, maybe the pain won't come around again. This is when you start discovering cat urine puddles all around your home. If you're one of the lucky ones whose cat is still using her cat litter box while suffering from a feline UTI, the cat litter color and composition may hide the blood. It's always a good idea to closely check your kitty's deposits on a regular basis to make sure she's healthy. Feline UTIs are quite treatable with antibiotics from your vet. If you suspect a feline UTI, call your vet immediately and follow her instructions for bringing in your kitty for further evaluation. Once the feline UTI is diagnosed and treated, your cat should regain her good litter box habits again. If not, a short period of confinement for cat litter box re-training is very effective. Feline UTIs are preventable with a permanent change in your cat's diet. Consult with your vet on how to safely proceed with this. About The Author Nancy E. Wigal solved the cat urine odor problem in her home, and kept the cat that caused it. Read "18 Ways to Stop Cat Urine Odor Problems" to discover your solution. http://www.stopcaturineodor.com This article was posted on October 10, 2005 Read More Articles from the "Pets and Animals" Category: Toy American Eskimo Dog by Sandy Oberrueter Why do you need Canine Good Citizens certification? by Ray Coleiro Your Child's First Pet by Amanda Baker Tips For The Novice Shih Tzu Show Dog Handler by Connie Limon Getting a New Dog? How To Chose One by Donnis Barron Ten Commandments Camping With Dogs by Julee Meltzer Koala Kismet by Emma Snow Horses in Art by Andrea Balch Agility Builds Confidence in Your Dog by Brad Carlson What To Feed Your Cat by Ric Wiley << Back to "Pets And Animals" Index

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